Valentine’s Day Cake
A delightful and easy-to-make cake, perfect for impressing loved ones with its moist texture and colorful decorations.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
- 1.5 cups sugar Can use sugar substitutes for lower sugar options.
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter Make sure it's softened.
- 1 cup milk Substitute with almond or coconut milk for dairy-free.
- 3 pieces eggs For vegan, replace with flax eggs.
- 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Decoration
- Colorful frosting (your choice of colors)
- Heart-shaped fondant for decoration Optional, can use buttercream instead.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and ensure they are at room temperature.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Mixing
- Cream together the butter and sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time and stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the flour and baking powder.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed mixture alternately with the milk. Mix until just combined.
Baking
- Grease the cake pan and pour the batter, smoothing the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Decoration
- Once the cake is completely cool, spread the colorful frosting on top and sides.
- Add heart-shaped fondant decorations for a romantic touch.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days. Can freeze individual slices wrapped tight.